Explore Our Courses
Sapphire Education offers seven unique academic pathways for ambitious students aged 12–18. Each course blends university-style learning with hands-on projects, dedicated mentorship, and immersive cultural experiences, designed to stretch your thinking and help shape your future.
Every Sapphire course follows a consistent academic structure, combining subject teaching, applied learning, and authentic experiences.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Groups | 12–14 (Future Scholars) and 14–18 (Pre-University Scholars) |
| Course Length | 2 weeks (13 nights), Sunday to Saturday |
| Course Dates | 5th–18th July; 19th July–1st August; 2nd–15th August |
| Location | University of Bath |
| Class Size | Maximum of 8–10 students per class |
| Weekly Teaching | Over 20 hours of subject-focused academic teaching |
| Daily Structure | Mornings: Academic seminars & subject teaching Afternoons: Applied learning, workshops & project work Evenings: Social activities, guest sessions & reflection |
| Independent Study | Structured reflection and thinking exercises supported by mentors |
| English Level | Min. B1 (ages 12–14) and B2 (ages 14–18) |
| Weekend Programme | Full-day supervised excursions and cultural visits |
Computer Science, AI & Machine Learning
Bath
Bath(Ages 14–18)
Explore what powers the digital world and drives modern innovation. This course invites students to delve into the foundations of computer science, coding, and the ethics of artificial intelligence, discovering how technology transforms the way we live and think. Perfect for curious minds ready to explore the future of tech.
Engineering, Design & Sustainability
Bath
(Ages 14–18)
Explore what makes our world work and how innovation can shape its future. This course invites students to delve into the principles of engineering, creative problem-solving, and sustainable design to tackle real-world challenges from renewable energy to smart cities. Perfect for those who love to design, build, and make a difference.
Medicine, Health & Innovation
Bath
(Ages 14–18)
Explore what shapes human health and how science is transforming the future of medicine. This course invites students to delve into anatomy, genetics, and the evolving world of healthcare, uncovering how research, ethics, and innovation come together to improve lives. Perfect for those curious about biology, wellbeing, and the science of care.
Business, Entrepreneurship & Start-Up
Bath
(Ages 14–18)
Explore what drives great ideas and turns them into real-world impact. This course invites students to delve into the fundamentals of business, entrepreneurship, and strategy in a dynamic, team-based environment. Perfect for those who enjoy creativity, collaboration, and taking the lead.
Psychology, Marketing & Leadership
Bath
(Ages 14–18)
Explore what drives human behaviour and how it shapes the world around us. This course invites students to delve into the psychology of decision-making, the power of communication, and the foundations of purposeful leadership. Perfect for those interested in understanding people, ideas, and influence.
STEM Pioneers
Bath
(Ages 12–14)
This course invites younger students to explore the exciting world of STEM through hands-on challenges, creative problem-solving, and teamwork. From engineering basics to environmental innovation, learners will discover how science and technology shape the future – and how they can help build it. Perfect for curious minds who love to ask questions, create, and see how the world works.
Business Pioneers
Bath
(Ages 12–14)
This course invites younger students to step into the world of entrepreneurship through interactive games, group challenges, and creative projects. From idea generation to brand building, learners will discover how businesses grow – and how their own ideas can make an impact. Perfect for young innovators who enjoy collaboration, creativity, and taking the lead.